Mayur Mohite : Pune MLA’s Nephew Arrested: SUV Hits Bike, 1 Dead

The accused, Mayur Mohite, has been arrested and further probe is on, police said.

Pune:

A Tragic Incident on Pune-Nashik National Highway

A 19-year-old man tragically lost his life after a car driven by the nephew of a Maharashtra MLA collided with a bike on the Pune-Nashik national highway last night. The incident has shocked the local community and raised concerns about road safety.

The driver, identified as Mayur Mohite, has been taken into custody by the police for further investigation. Mayur Mohite is the nephew of Dilip Mohite Patil, an MLA representing the Khed Alandi Assembly segment in Pune district. Dilip Mohite Patil is affiliated with the Ajit Pawar faction of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP).

Details of the Accident

The victim, identified as Om Bhalerao, was riding a bike when the Toyota Fortuner SUV driven by Mayur Mohite collided with him. According to police reports, the SUV was travelling on the wrong side of the road, leading to the fatal collision. The authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the exact circumstances of the incident.

Response from the MLA

In a statement to the media following the accident, MLA Dilip Mohite Patil clarified that his nephew did not flee the scene of the accident. He also emphasised that his nephew was not under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident.

Concerns About Rash Driving in Pune

This tragic incident has once again highlighted the issue of rash driving in Pune. Just last month, two young software engineers lost their lives in a similar accident involving a speeding Porsche. The driver, a minor who was driving under the influence of alcohol, was released on bail shortly after the incident, sparking public outrage.

The lenient treatment of the accused in the previous case has raised questions about road safety enforcement and justice in the region. Authorities are under pressure to ensure that such incidents are thoroughly investigated and that appropriate measures are taken to prevent future tragedies.